Zoey Soltani

It was incredible how much joy you brought into my life; I remember it as if it were yesterday, even though it has been over 17 years now. I drove 5 hours to pick up a little 8-week-old puppy, trying to figure it all out, scared to take you outside around other dogs until you had all your vaccinations. So many sleepless nights potty training you, but you picked it so quickly; you were so smart. You grew so fast and brought so much happiness into my life, with your playfulness, growling, and wagging your tail all the time, always begging for food as if you were starving. And when you gave me that look, I would always concede. You were my little girl, even though you weighed over 90 lbs, and my longest relationship, still to this day. You always brought me unconditional love, making the bad days drift away and the good days great. The simple pleasure of just hanging out, taking you for walks, sitting and enjoying the sun - you made life simple. Always wanting to be around me made me feel whole. I had 10 amazing years with you, but it was still never enough; I was also never able to fully say goodbye, and it broke me. I will always love you, you will always be with me in my heart, and I know one day I will see you again. I miss you still.